Summary - 47 HANSOM PLACE YORK YO31 8FQ
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Low-maintenance over-60s apartment near York centre and hospital.
First-floor one-bedroom apartment with lift and stair access
Purpose-built over-60s development with warden support available
Communal landscaped gardens and on-site parking included
No onward chain — quicker completion possible
Leasehold with 89 years remaining — impacts long-term value
Service charge £1,605.94pa and ground rent £667pa
Electric storage heaters may increase energy costs
Local area records above-average crime levels
Quiet, low-maintenance living in a purpose-built over-60s development close to York city centre. This first-floor one-bedroom apartment sits at the end of a peaceful corridor and is accessible by lift or stairs, offering a bright reception room, generous double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a modern kitchen. Communal landscaped gardens and on-site parking add convenience and outdoor space without upkeep responsibilities.
Practical running costs and tenure are important: the property is leasehold with 89 years remaining. Service charge is £1,605.94 per year and ground rent £667 per year. Heating is by electric storage heaters, which can be less efficient and may increase energy bills compared with gas central heating.
The development includes social communal facilities and has a warden assistance service available, which supports independent living and social engagement. There is no onward chain, making a quicker sale possible. The apartment is well positioned with regular bus routes, nearby amenities and easy access to York Hospital and city centre shopping and services.
Buyers should note the local area records above-average crime levels and the relatively short remaining lease for long-term investors; these factors may affect mortgage availability and future value. EPC is to be confirmed. Overall this apartment suits an independent older buyer seeking a manageable, social base close to the city with low-maintenance communal amenities.
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